2019 World Cup

Zimbabwe dump Ireland to close on 2019 World Cup berth

Zimbabwe were indebted to the in-form Sikandar Raza's unbeaten 69 as the all-rounder helped them recover from 139-7, with Chisoro adding a valuable 21 at number nine.

Mar 16, 2018, 22:09 PM IST

Our next goal is to prepare back-up bowlers for 2019 World Cup: India bowling coach Bharat Arun

The team management has already got their core pacers in Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Jasprit Bumrah as far as the limited overs format is concerned. Arun, along with head coach Ravi Shastri and skipper Virat Kohli, will be looking to at least have three more back-up options in place.

Mar 01, 2018, 18:14 PM IST

India vs South Africa: Virat Kohli loves Hardik Pandya, will give him long run, says Shaun Pollock

Former South Africa captain Shaun Pollock feels Virat Kohli sees a bit of himself in Hardik Pandya and predicted a long run for the allrounder in the Indian team.

Feb 14, 2018, 18:08 PM IST

Virat Kohli eyes World Cup glory after conquering South Africa

India's first ever one-day international series victory in South Africa has laid a strong platform for the country's hopes of a successful 2019 World Cup campaign, captain Virat Kohli said.

Feb 14, 2018, 15:02 PM IST

World Cup door open for R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja, says India's bowling coach Bharat Arun

India's bowling coach Bharat Arun on Friday said the door is not closed on R Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in the lead up to the 2019 World Cup, despite the emergence of a red-hot wrist spin duo in Kuldeep Yadav and Yuzvendra Chahal.

Feb 09, 2018, 19:37 PM IST

Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal could be India's X-factor at 2019 World Cup: Virat Kohli

Continuing their dominance in the ongoing ODI series, the spin twins picked four wickets apiece to bundle SA out for a meagre 179 after Kohli's 34th ODI ton propelled the tourists to a massive 303/6 in the third ODI.

Feb 08, 2018, 18:07 PM IST

Ajinkya Rahane most likely No. 4 for World Cup: Virat Kohli

On the eve of the first ODI against South Africa here on Thursday, India captain Virat Kohli said experimentation in the middle order will continue for some more time, though the conditions make Ajinkya Rahane a strong No. 4 candidate for the World Cup in England next year.

Jan 31, 2018, 20:18 PM IST

Dhoni No. 1 wicketkeeper, set for 2019 World Cup: Chief Selector MSK Prasad

According to MSK Prasad, Dhoni is still India's No.1 wicketkeeper, with his recent T20I stumpings proving it further.

Dec 24, 2017, 14:22 PM IST

MS Dhoni fixed till 2019 World Cup, others not measuring up: MSK Prasad

Prasad's views make it clear that Delhi captain Rishabh Pant has now fallen off the radar quite sharply with the second keeper in limited overs being 32-year-old Dinesh Karthik.

Dec 23, 2017, 22:33 PM IST

MS Dhoni likes 'fixed' 2019 World Cup tweet, raises online furore

Kapil Dev and Dhoni are the only Indian captains to have lifted the coveted trophy.

Dec 15, 2017, 15:33 PM IST

Pakistan extend coach Mickey Arthur's contract till 2019 World Cup

Confirming the news, the PCB official admitted that Arthur could prove to be the best coaching option following the Champions Trophy victory.

Oct 08, 2017, 00:45 AM IST

Lasith Malinga left out of Sri Lanka squad for Pakistan ODIs

Sri Lanka, who lost 5-0 to India at home recently, will also be without former captain and all-rounder Angelo Mathews, who is struggling with a calf injury.

Oct 05, 2017, 10:37 AM IST

How an Aussie inspired Kuldeep Yadav to hat-trick the Australians

While the pundits have been talking about how Kuldeep could fit in Team India's scheme of things for the 2019 World Cup, it has not been an easy ride for him, reveals the 22-year-old.

Sep 22, 2017, 10:18 AM IST

Fitness, form and fielding to decide Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina's future: Ravi Shastri

Shastri said that doors are open for all players who can prove themselves on the three parameters of fitness, form and fielding.

Sep 14, 2017, 15:13 PM IST

MS Dhoni will play in the 2019 World Cup: India coach Ravi Shastri

On inclusion of Yuvraj Singh and Suresh Raina, Shastri said: "Doors are not closed. They will be inducted only after they are declared fit."

Sep 14, 2017, 14:37 PM IST

ENG vs WI: With World Cup qualification hopes fading, Windies look for inspiration from recalled Chris Gayle

Gayle arrived with the 15-man squad in Northern Ireland on Monday after the West Indies board announced an amnesty which has also seen the return of Marlon Samuels and Jerome Taylor.

Sep 12, 2017, 09:02 AM IST

Selectors should give MS Dhoni assurance of World Cup spot: Virender Sehwag

While there may be questions on how to give the younger players exposure, Viru is of the opinion that India A tours would be the ideal platform for that.

Aug 31, 2017, 11:34 AM IST

Suresh Raina, Yuvraj Singh will add more teeth to Indian middle-order: Virender Sehwag

The pair was a part of India's 2011 World Cup-winning squad, with Yuvraj winning man-of-the-series award for his all-round performances.

Aug 29, 2017, 12:34 PM IST

R Ashwin very much in Team India frame for 2019 World Cup: Bharat Arun

Earlier, Harbhajan Singh had questioned Ashwin omission from the squad being termed as a 'rest', claiming that since bowler is going to play Country Cricket in England, it really can't be called a rest.

Aug 23, 2017, 09:46 AM IST

This Team India will win 2019 ICC World Cup, says Axar Patel

For the Men in Blue, left arm spinner Axar Patel was the pick of the bowlers, grabbing three wickets for 34 runs in his 10 overs. 

Aug 21, 2017, 21:34 PM IST